Tips & Tactics | Julianna Crowder: Range Commands

Clear, concise and standardized range commands are paramount to efficient action shooting matches.

posted on April 23, 2020
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Would you know how to respond if a range officer tells you to “Make Ready”? Clear, concise and standardized range commands are paramount to efficient action shooting matches. If you are new to the shooting sports, familiarize yourself with these common range commands explained here by A Girl & A Gun’s Julianna Crowder.

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